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Originally Posted by TPTK77
Hey Croix,
First off, thanks for doing this. Its awesome.
I've got a few questions:
1. When you were moving up stakes what percentage of your time was split up with putting in hands, and talking strategy on 2p2 forums. Was getting a ton of hands in more important?
2. Do you listen to music when you play? If so, whatd u like?
3. Do you only play when u play ur A game, or do u feel anytime u have an edge, you have got to play?
4. Is having a close nit group of friends who u think like u do in poker and not just ppl who play for fun extremely important in your development of a player?
Thanks man.
No problem..I'm just glad it gets me typing and trying to write halfway decent responses.
1. I didn't learn at all posting in forums. I probably should have but for some reason or another never put the effort into it. Talking with friends and getting input from players I respected was critical for my growth. Putting in alot of matches was definitely a large part. Seeing different situations and trying a few different things helped me see what worked best.
2. Yes. I like all kind of music but what I'm listening to now: Silversun Pickups, MGMT, Manchester Orchestra, Michael Jackson, Seether, and any remix by Justice (Thriller, Electric Feel).
3. When I feel like I'm steaming and about to tilt, I just unregister and take a break. Damage control is something I hold in very high regards and try to practice it as much as I can. There is a fine line between knowing you have an edge and knowing you aren't playing your best so I usually err on the side of caution and take a break.
4. I don't really pick my poker friends based on if they thought I do. I don't really pick them at all..as long as they arent full of themselves then they are alright with me. Having friends with different styles and backgrounds will help more than players who play/think like you do. If your are talking about hands with them on a regular basis and they help add some understanding to your game then you are doing a good job.